O.J. Simpson dies at 76 after cancer battle

O.J. Simpson is dead after a cancer battle.

The former NFL great — who stood trial for the double-murder of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, in the '90s, only to be acquitted — passed away Wednesday, April 10, in Las Vegas.

His family announced the sad news today, April 11, via his X account.

On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer.

He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.

-The Simpson Family

— O.J. Simpson (@TheRealOJ32) April 11, 2024

He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren when he died Wednesday night.

This comes weeks after it was reported that he had cancer.

In February 2024, a local outlet reported he had cancer and O.J. immediately did a video to deny reports he was in hospice, but didn't address the cancer report.